- 27 years experience
- Relationship and family focus
- Practical skills approach
About Dayna
Dayna Hunt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 27 years of clinical experience. She uses a client-centered approach to meet people where they are and to build a trusting, collaborative relationship. Dayna draws on practical skills to help clients manage stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions.
She blends Client-Centered Therapy with evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. That mix helps clients learn new ways of thinking and coping, practice emotion regulation, and improve communication. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to clarify values and commit to meaningful action.
Dayna trained in counseling psychology and has worked in private practice, schools, family service agencies, and corporate settings. Over nearly three decades she has supported people with depression, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her background includes work with blended family issues, divorce and separation, and family of origin problems.
In sessions she focuses on concrete skills alongside empathetic listening. She helps people practice healthier boundaries, reduce conflict, and strengthen interpersonal skills. For those facing major life changes she addresses practical concerns like money, career shifts, and parenting stress.
Dayna lives in California and conducts therapy in English. To begin, clients select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
How Dayna’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Dayna combines Client-Centered Therapy with techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows each person’s pace to build trust. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clients clarify values and take actions that match those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and habits to improve mood and behavior.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and needs and then recommend which methods to prioritize. Many people shift between approaches as their priorities change, and Dayna works with clients to adjust the plan over time.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into busy days. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or let people avoid travel to appointments. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, skills training, and homework for remote sessions to keep progress moving forward.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Dayna help with?
She helps people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addictions, plus relationship and family concerns.
What is her therapy style like?
Her work is client-centered and collaborative, with a focus on listening, practical skills, and helping people find new ways of thinking and relating.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 27 years of experience working in private practice, schools, family service agencies, and corporate settings.
Where is she based and what are her credentials?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA LMFT, practicing in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.